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Moving zones for safety

Nipawin council approves speed limit changes on Highway 55 East

Sep 16, 2026 | 11:04 AM

Nipawin town council has approved a recommendation from the Ministry of Highways regarding Highway 55 East. 

General Manager of Community Services Derek Seckinger said there will be a change to the location of certain speed limits. 

“The Ministry recommended extending the existing 50 km/h speed zone approximately 360 metres east to include the 10th Street North intersection,” explained Seckinger. “The 70 km/h transition zone will also be moved farther east.” 

Seckinger said the town had received concerns about traffic speed, engine-retarder noise, and increased pedestrian and bicycle activity as development occurred in the area. 

“Council submitted a formal request in May 2025 asking for the speed limits to be reduced earlier along Highway 55 East,” Seckinger said.  

The Ministry then reviewed the request, recommending that the 50 km/h be extended to include the intersection, and the 70 km/h transition zone be relocated. 

“Drivers entering Nipawin from the east will reach the 70 km/h and 50 km/h zones sooner than they do now,” said Seckinger.  

The municipality will now complete the required administrative work, and the Ministry of Highways will relocate or install the new speed-limit signs as soon as their work schedule permits. No specific installation date has been provided, and Seckinger said the new speed limits will take effect once that happens. 

“Drivers will be required to follow the new speed limits once the new signs are installed.” 

There is no financial cost to the town of Nipawin for the signage changes, and Seckinger said the new speed limits will allow for a more gradual transition into the community. 

“The change also responds to growth and increased pedestrian and bicycle activity in the area.” 

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